Eyrewell Forest, West Eyreton

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5 days ago

Fiddle leaf fig plants

Emma from Kaiapoi

These are all Fiddle Leaf Fig plants, and are very healthy.

I have for sale 4 “fig babies” which are doing very well and sprouting new leaves. They are about 30cms high and growing fast. $35 each.

I also have 2 larger figs, which I have pruned to be double stemmed - these are around 60cms … View more
These are all Fiddle Leaf Fig plants, and are very healthy.

I have for sale 4 “fig babies” which are doing very well and sprouting new leaves. They are about 30cms high and growing fast. $35 each.

I also have 2 larger figs, which I have pruned to be double stemmed - these are around 60cms high and in good quality ceramic pots. $60 each.

And, one tall fig at 120cms in a wicker pot - she is about 5 years old. I’ve pruned her to branch off in a few places. $100 for this girl. She also provides lots of opportunities to create baby figs.

Negotiable

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5 days ago

E-Bike & Accessories

David from Ashburton District

Avanti E-Bike 2 years old travelled 1,500 kilometres. Includes mirror, usb chargeable tail light and saddlebags. Also bike helmet, lock, hi-vis vest, owner's manual and all associated paperwork and charging cables for bike and tail light. Everything is in exce;;ent condition. I bought the … View moreAvanti E-Bike 2 years old travelled 1,500 kilometres. Includes mirror, usb chargeable tail light and saddlebags. Also bike helmet, lock, hi-vis vest, owner's manual and all associated paperwork and charging cables for bike and tail light. Everything is in exce;;ent condition. I bought the bike for commuting to work. I'm now fully retired and not using it.

Price: $2,900

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6 days ago

Full Texel Ram

Norm from Swannanoa - Ohoka

4 yr old Texel Ram. excellent progeny. Pick up.

Price: $250

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6 days ago

Free - Metal Water Tank

Pete from Rangiora

Old Water Tank suitable for a dog kennel or wood storage etc Contact Pete on 0274324258

Free

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6 days ago

Budget-friendly Easter Activities

The Team from NZ Compare

Looking for affordable Easter weekend activities in NZ?
Whether it's a movie day or beach picnics, we've got you covered with 5 exciting ideas that won't break the bank!

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6 days ago

Bulk Corokias Plants

Vicki from Rangiora

Bulk Corokia plants available. Really good size healthy plants. Very hardy - w⁹ill grow in most conditions. Excellent hedging plant. Bargain price at $3 each.

Price: $3

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6 days ago

Free lounge suite

Viv from Kaiapoi

We have a lovely lounge suite we would like to give away. Three seater and 2 lazy boys, one of them you have to open manually but is cheap to repair. It is Olive Green, not faded. Would you know of anybody who is in need and would really appreciate it? Please let us know🙂

Free

7 days ago

Tui cute

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Adorn your home with your very own piece of Kiwiana artwork, using our Resene paint-by-numbers colour palette. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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13 days ago

Garderner

Heather from Rangiora

Wanting a regular gardener in Rangiora, Approx 2hrs per mth. Welcome to come and view. Phone 0211219431.

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7 days ago

Lonicera nitida plants (Box Honeysuckle)

Vicki from Rangiora

Good sized plants. Looks like buxus when grown but grows at twice the speed. Tiny oval dark green leaves. Plant in full sun or semi shade. Ideal plant to shape into balls cones etc perfect for planting now $3.50 per plant

Price: $3.50

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9 days ago

Poll: What's your mortgage interest rate?

The Team from NZ Compare

Have you noticed that home loan rates are increasing?
Share your current mortgage interest rate to find out if you might be paying more than you need to.

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What's your mortgage interest rate?
  • 29.5% Under 6%
    29.5% Complete
  • 41.5% 6-7%
    41.5% Complete
  • 17.1% 7-8%
    17.1% Complete
  • 11.9% More than 8%
    11.9% Complete
369 votes
11 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis bad drivers?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Each country has its own idiosyncrasies when it comes to driving and New Zealand is no different.
With daily near-misses, people incorrectly indicating at roundabouts and a lack of stopping at stop signs, it begs the question: Are Kiwis actually not that good at driving?

Type 'Not For … View more
Each country has its own idiosyncrasies when it comes to driving and New Zealand is no different.
With daily near-misses, people incorrectly indicating at roundabouts and a lack of stopping at stop signs, it begs the question: Are Kiwis actually not that good at driving?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Are Kiwis bad drivers?
  • 85.4% Yes, we are bad drivers
    85.4% Complete
  • 10.5% No way!
    10.5% Complete
  • 4% Other - I'll share below
    4% Complete
1855 votes
9 days ago

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9 days ago

Hanmer flyride attraction considered behind closed doors

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

The fate of a proposed flyride in Hanmer Springs is being considered behind closed doors in the Canterbury tourist town this week.

An Environment Court hearing got under way on Monday afternoon (March 18) in the Hanmer Springs Hotel ballroom, but local … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

The fate of a proposed flyride in Hanmer Springs is being considered behind closed doors in the Canterbury tourist town this week.

An Environment Court hearing got under way on Monday afternoon (March 18) in the Hanmer Springs Hotel ballroom, but local residents are unable to attend.

Community leaders spoken to by Local Democracy Reporting on Monday said they were just hoping to get a final decision ‘‘one way or the other’’, after a drawn-out process.

The hearing was first held in February last year and was adjourned until November, when it was postponed due to illness.

It was transferred to Hanmer Springs due to a lack of capacity in Christchurch, with the closed door hearing getting under way this week before Judge Lauren Semple.

A consent was granted to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa by a Hurunui District Council appointed commissioner nearly two years ago.

The resource consent application was to install and operate a gravity-based recreation activity at Conical Hill Reserve.

But it was appealed to the Environment Court by The Friends of Conical Hill Incorporated.

The hearing is expected to run throughout the week, hearing submissions from the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa, the council and the Friends of Conical Hill.

If successful, it would be the latest adrenaline venture for the Canterbury tourist town.

During the consent process, submitters opposed to the flyride said it would have a visual impact on the recreation character, biodiversity and horse trails in the area.

Concerns were also raised about parking, traffic congestion, noise, along with the risk of fire, and devaluation of properties.

Supporters believed the venture would bring value and benefits to the Hanmer Springs community and the wider district, and promote the village as a fun, healthy and interactive place to visit.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

13 days ago

Poll: Should Waimakariri contribute to Christchurch's new stadium?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Waimakariri’s council boss is not amused with a belated request to contribute to the running costs of Christchurch’s new stadium.

Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger has formally written to his Waimakariri and Selwyn counterparts and to Environment … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Waimakariri’s council boss is not amused with a belated request to contribute to the running costs of Christchurch’s new stadium.

Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger has formally written to his Waimakariri and Selwyn counterparts and to Environment Canterbury chairperson Peter Scott asking the three councils if they would be willing to contribute to the operating costs of Te Kaha, Christchurch Stadium.

Waimakariri District Council chief executive Jeff Millward said the council would consider the matter in the coming weeks, but any contribution would be subject to full consultation with ratepayers.

‘‘From the designs, it looks like a fantastic facility, but we were never consulted and we haven’t been included in coming up with the design features.’’

It was unclear whether ratepayers would be asked for a fixed charge, or whether it would be based on distance or on capital value.

‘‘We can’t go out to the community until we understand what that looks like,’’ Millward said.

He acknowledged Waimakariri ratepayers contributed to the Canterbury Museum, but that was subject to Government legislation, so any stadium contribution would likely be voluntary.

In the letter, Mauger acknowledged the Christchurch City Council had decided to build the stadium and would fund its construction.

But he stressed the stadium would provide benefits to the wider region.
A 2019 report suggested Te Kaha’s operating costs were likely to exceed its income by $4.2 million a year, which would cost Christchurch ratepayers an average of $144 a year without outside support.

The $683 million Te Kaha project will have a seating capacity of 30,000 for sports events and is due to be completed in 2026.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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Should Waimakariri contribute to Christchurch's new stadium?
  • 25% Yes
    25% Complete
  • 75% No
    75% Complete
192 votes
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